May is one of the best months to spend in Toronto: gardens really start to bloom, temperatures are comfortable and nature-lovers bust out of the house! Try going for a hike, enjoying a family bike ride, having a picnic in a park, or hanging out on a patio. It’s also the start of the warm-weather tourism season, making it a busy and exciting time for visitors and venues alike. Plus, don’t forget to spoil the special lady in your life for Mother’s Day. So, enjoy all the festivities with our May Event Guide for Toronto and the GTA!
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š WeeFestival ā Arts and Culture for Early Years | May 1-17
WeeFestival returns with performances and events in various locations around Toronto, intended for children newborn to six years old.
š„ Free Comic Book Day | May 2
Rejoice, comic book nerds! Free Comic Book Day always offers new titles to try out, plus plenty of established favourites, from superheroes to anime.
š¢ Canada’s Wonderland Opening Day | May 3
Canadaās Wonderland is reopening for the 2026 season with new rides, plus exciting events and festivals throughout spring and summer.
š Fleurs de Villes FLORA | May 6-10
Just in time for Motherās Day, Bloor-Yorkville presents Fleurs de Villes FLORA, a free floral trail that blends fashion design and fresh blooms with custom-made floral-dressed mannequins.
š¦ Toronto and Region Conservation Authority: Spring Bird Festival | May 9
At TRCA’s free Spring Bird Festival at Tommy Thompson Park and across the GTA, families can take part in kid-friendly guided walks and bird-themed activities.
ā saugaLIVE: Sesame Street Live ā “Elmo’s Got Moves!” | May 17
Celebrate the āSunny Daysā of Spring whenĀ saugaLIVEĀ presentsĀ Sesame Street Liveās āElmoās Got the Moves!ā at Mississaugaās Living Arts Centre for two performances only!
š¶ SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival | Starting May 20
Sing along with Canadaās premier music festival featuring artists performing “a cappella”, which means to sing without instruments.
ā Beeton Honey & Garden Festival | May 23
Just a 90-minute drive from downtown Toronto, this quaint town closes its Main Street to traffic and hosts family entertainment and activities, unique vendors, and delicious food.
š¢ Doors Open Toronto | May 23-24
Doors Open Toronto lets you explore a wide variety of our city’s most notable buildings and rediscover our city in a new way, all for FREE.
ā Toronto Symphony Orchestra: “Let’s Dance” | May 24
Is your family ready to boogie? Break out of your winter doldrums with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) as they get funky with “Let’s Dance”, the last concert in their Young People’s Concerts 2025/2026 season series.
Family Fun Toronto Guides
Guide to Spring and Summer Food Festivals in Toronto and the GTA
Food festivals have become extremely popular in recent years in our neck of the woods and what better way to share our cityās many cultures than through a delicious party?! Hit your local park or city square and chow down with help from our Guide to Spring and Summer Food Festivals in Toronto and the GTA!
Guide to Motherās Day Events in Toronto and the GTA
Celebrate that extra special lady in your life with an outing or gift with help from our Mother’s Day Event Guide for Toronto and the GTA.
Guide to the Best Spots to See Cherry Blossoms in Toronto
There’s still time to see cherry blossoms in parks across the GTA. Check out our list of the best spots where you can stroll amongst the rows and, naturally, take lots of selfies!
Summer Camp Guide for Toronto and the GTA
It’s not too early to think about summer, and therefore also summer camps! Provide your kids with fun activities and learning during their school break.
The Best Bike and Skateboard Parks in Toronto
Are your kids ready to move beyond the sidewalk? Check out these bike and skateboard parks in Toronto for all ages and abilities.
Spring Markets and Craft Fairs in Toronto and the GTA
Find arts & crafts, plus Earth Day and Mother’s Day themes with our guide to Spring Markets and Craft Fairs in Toronto & the GTA!
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